The problem
On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks, the speed control deactivation switch May overheat, smoke, or burn.
The risk
This condition could lead to a fire. Fires have occurred while the vehicles were parked with the ignition 'off.'
The fix
As an interim repair, owners will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. As soon as replacement parts are available (early April 2005), owners will be instructed to return to the dealers for installation of a new switch free of charge. Owners May contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. (note: also see recalls 05V388 and 06V286)
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-017 (05V017000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 05S28 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Vehicle speed control › Cruise control |
| Report date | January 27, 2005 |
| Owners notified | February 8, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 738,490 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the speed control & acceleration
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-017 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: As an interim repair, owners will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 738,490 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.